Chapter Training 4: Community & Resources

Welcome to the Community & Resources Module!

In this module, you’ll get to know the global support network and tools available to you as a Technovation Ambassador. From community connections to marketing tips and funding support, you’ll find resources to grow your local program and stay connected to our global community.


Use the menu below to jump quickly to a specific section:

1

Global Community

2

Resources

3

Fundraising Support

4

Marketing Tools

5

Data & Impact

GLOBAL COMMUNITY

Technovation is powered by a passionate, diverse, and collaborative network of leaders around the world. Here are some of the ways to stay connected:

Monthly Councils

Newsletters

Peer Support & Networking

Our Private Communities

NOTE: These are closed groups exclusive for Technovation Ambassadors

Slack Channel

Connect with other Ambassadors & Mentors. Have your questions answered by staff & one another

LinkedIn Group

Share your program stories, experiences, best practices and engage with other Ambassadors from around the world

RESOURCES

Dedicated Contacts

Depending on your region or role, you’ll have a dedicated Technovation staff contact. They’re your go-to person for questions, guidance, and support throughout the season. Feel free to reach out to them through [email protected]

Latin America & Europe

Dulce Lomelí

Abbey Mae Pitcher Headshot

U.S., Canada & the Middle East

Abbey Mae Pitcher

Africa & Asia

Dag Getahun

Other Technovation Contacts

You may also be connected to the following people to support you with different aspects of the program that you may need help with:

Brionna

Alumnae Ambassadors

Rae

Women TechMakers and Volunteers

Kiki

Student Support

Megan

Mentors and Judges

Lorena

Assessment

Rebecca

Program Director

Where to Find What

Comprehensive spot for all resources including recruitment slides & templates

Access the mentor curriculum, videos, and resources for each part of the project.

Includes the student curricula, submission guidelines, and judging rubrics.

FAQ

Find answers to common questions about program details and logistics.

The Ambassador Resource Page

The Ambassador Resources page includes everything you need to support your local Technovation efforts. From outreach templates to event planning tools, it’s designed to make your role easier and more impactful. Here’s a bit of what’s inside:

Navigating the Resource Page

The page is organized by timeline:

  • Beginning of Season
  • In Season
  • End of Season

Within each section, resources are grouped by content type.

Fundraising support

Resources & Guidance

Our team is here to support you as you pursue funding opportunities. Whether you’re just getting started or refining a proposal, we’re happy to help.

Reach out to [email protected] if you would like support with:

  • Grant Guidance – Receive feedback or guidance on a grant you’re applying for.
  • Joint Proposals – Explore opportunities to collaborate on a joint proposal for a large grant ($50K+).

You can also explore our Fundraising Toolkit for grant writing templates, budgeting worksheets, and other helpful fundraising resources.

Office Hours

Book a time with Technovation’s fundraising team! These office hours are designed to offer Chapter Ambassadors expert feedback to help level up your existing fundraising plans, refine your messaging, and get professional eyes on your work.

Please note that these meetings focus on providing strategic tips for work already in progress. Please come prepared with a draft or a specific strategy so the entire meeting can focus on actionable feedback and ‘pro-tips’ that will help you succeed.

MARKETING TOOLS

Amplify Your Impact!

Share your story with us so we can amplify it to the global Technovation community!

Share Photos and Videos

We’d love to see and celebrate your Technovation work! Upload your memories here. You must secure and retain explicit consent from people in any photos or videos before sharing with the Technovation team.

Social Media

Data & Impact

We measure participants’ learning through pre & post surveys available on the platform. Please ensure that your participants take both surveys!

If you distribute your own student survey, please contact [email protected] to discuss how we can work together.

We are happy to provide state and country level data to ambassadors. You may request regional data by contacting [email protected].

Data is not only important for evaluating program quality, but it’s also a powerful tool to illustrate your impact—especially when establishing partnerships or pursuing funding opportunities.